Master's in Journalism
On-Campus Course Schedule for Summer 2025

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MPJO-5003-40

Digital Essentials

This course examines the essential digital skills needed in the field of journalism today. We will study the current media landscape to help students understand how digital skills and sensibilities are integrated with reporting, content creation, information dissemination and audience building efforts at news organizations of all sizes. The course involves a survey of key issues affecting the day-to-day work of modern journalists, as well as an examination of emerging technologies, platforms and ideas. Case studies, readings, media surveillance and guest lectures will help students learn the core skills needed to broaden their career opportunities; to add to their fundamental reporting background; and to think entrepreneurially about how to shape journalism. The final project will consist of a semester-long, team-created digital project that implements the full range of skills covered in the course. Students will: • learn practical, effective and applicable digital skills • create and distribute original content • investigate how individuals build traditional or unique journalism careers • develop and debate ideas using a collaborative, interactive team approach • display learning in class discussions, writing assignments and the final project This course is required for all MPS Journalism students. In order to satisfy graduation requirements, students must earn a B (3.00) or higher. Any student who fails to do so must repeat the course.

Note: Foundation requirement for the Journalism Program. This course requires a grade of "B" or better. This course serves as a pre-requisite for many elective courses.

  • Course #: MPJO-5003-40
  • CRN: 20312
  • Instructor: Crane, M.
  • Dates: May 19 – Aug 16, 2025
  • Class Meetings:
    • Tue 5:15 PM - 8:15 PM
MPJO-7951-40

MPS Journalism Internship

Internships are a great way for students to gain real-world experiences and network with professionals in the field. Many employers require at least some internship experience to appear on a student’s resume. Taking on an internship while in the MPS Journalism program can help students integrate and enhance the skills they are learning in the classroom with professional, hands-on experiences. Students must participate in the internship according to the guidelines furnished by the employer, and they will be required to submit a weekly 500-word writing assignment reflecting on the successes and challenges of the internship. At the end of each semester, the student’s supervisor must complete an evaluation of the student’s performance, and submit it directly to the MPS Journalism program. ** Students must receive approval from the MPS Journalism program prior to enrolling in the Internship class.

Note: Registration requires department approval and a manual add by your Program Director. This course is cross-listed with MPPR-7951-01 and MPMC 7951-01.

  • Course #: MPJO-7951-40
  • CRN: 19715
  • Instructor: Hiraki, S.
  • Dates: May 19 – Aug 16, 2025
  • Class Meetings:
MPJO-7952-40

MPS Journalism Internship II

Internships are a great way for students to gain real-world experiences and network with professionals in the field. Many employers require at least some internship experience to appear on a student’s resume. Taking on an internship while in the MPS Journalism program can help students integrate and enhance the skills they are learning in the classroom with professional, hands-on experiences. Students must participate in the internship according to the guidelines furnished by the employer, and they will be required to submit a weekly 500-word writing assignment reflecting on the successes and challenges of the internship. At the end of each semester, the student’s supervisor must complete an evaluation of the student’s performance, and submit it directly to the MPS Journalism program. ** Students must receive approval from the MPS Journalism program prior to enrolling in the Internship class. Note: Extensive, documented academic activity and experiential learning outside of the classroom (min. 6-8 hours per week) is required.

Note: Registration requires department approval and a manual add by your Program Director. This course is cross-listed with MPPR-7952-01 and MPMC-7952-01. The prerequisite for this course is MPJO 7951 internship two class.

  • Course #: MPJO-7952-40
  • CRN: 19716
  • Instructor: Pulitzer, J.
  • Dates: May 19 – Aug 16, 2025
  • Class Meetings:
MPJO-7953-40

MPS Journalism Internship III

This one-credit course is designed to give credit for students doing an internship with an organization that requires them to receive credit. The internships should be substantive and have the goal of providing relevant industry experience, portfolio items or other professional work for students to use when looking for jobs. This course is also meant as a way to help support students who are doing internships. Students are expected to check in every week with the instructor about their experience so that the instructor can give guidance for the internship and for working within a professional organization.

Note: Registration requires department approval and a manual add by your Program Director. This course is cross-listed with MPPR-7953-01 and MPMC 7953-01. The prerequisites for this course are MPJO 860/7951 internship one and MPJO 861/7952 internship two.

  • Course #: MPJO-7953-40
  • CRN: 19967
  • Instructor: Garcia, G.
  • Dates: May 19 – Aug 16, 2025
  • Class Meetings:
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